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The New Year is a great time to get started on all those selfimprovements you have dreamed about. Don’t panic if you have noticed some pockets of fat that aren’t shifting with diet and exercise! The Skin Rejuvenation Clinic has cutting-edge body-sculpting technology Cooltech™ that will help you to ‘shape’ your body using fat freezing technology. It is not a weight loss programme but helps to reduce tummies, back fat, saddlebags and even double chins. skinrejuvenationclinic.co.nz

Amuri Estate offers luxury accommodation and the perfect setting for weddings and functions, all overlooking the beautiful high alpine basin of the Southern Alps. It has three well-appointed rooms and a self-contained one bedroom cottage, all with panoramic views of majestic mountains, the braided Waiau River, high country stations, and Hanmer village, which is minutes away. Amuri can hold up to 200 people with different spaces to suit your needs. amuriestate.co.nz

A summer hair revamp shouldn’t have to come at the cost of the environment. Earth Organic Hairdressing is Christchurch’s most mindful salon and specialises in beautiful hair created with sustainable, natural, organic, and mineral ingredients. All colours are 100 per cent plant-based and are developed with a zero approach to animal testing. The skilled team consistently delivers creative, exciting, considered, and confidently carried out results. Come enjoy the experience that is Earth. earthorganichairdressing.co.nz

Milla is helping to take back freedom through movement with a carefully designed collagen formula that will nourish your cartilage and joints from within. You can improve mobility regardless of age with Milla’s clinically proven type two collagen powder. Supplemented with MSM powder, glucosamine, chondroitin, and hyaluronic acid, it is carefully designed to aid cartilage regeneration and reduce the pain caused by inflammation. millacollagen.com

There are a lot of conflicting messages thrown at consumers when it comes to which beauty and wellness products are best to achieve real results, which can be daunting and overwhelming. Many beauty products and treatments provide a quick fix, but BHAVA believes that skin health really does come from internal health, and this holistic view has seen excellent long-lasting results.

What is BHAVA? The Sanskrit word means being or becoming. It also has origins in Buddhism, with bhava referring to emotional or habitual tendencies, which lead to the arising of the sense of self. It’s a fitting name.

BHAVA was created from a passion for wellbeing and beauty. Founders Kate and Kim wanted to provide a luxurious but accessible service catering to all people. As a bespoke nail bar and beauty experience located conveniently in the heart of Merivale, BHAVA is a space of sanctuary.

The duo desired to ‘create an allencompassing destination’.

“BHAVA has this calm and relaxed atmosphere but is also easily accessible. We think we’ve done a great job at achieving this balance within a community of like-minded businesses.”

The whole team is passionate about ensuring that BHAVA’s clients look and feel their best through either regular nail treatments or as part of extensive skin health journeys. Because of this ethos, the staff build on their professional knowledge and skills on a regular basis. With a team that consists of dedicated nail technicians and qualified beauty therapists, clients can complete all of their beauty needs in one stop.

BHAVA also offers a full nail service, using the Gelish and Morgan Taylor ranges. They also offer nail enhancements. Kim mentions that nail health is of premium importance. The IBX Nail Strengthening system is popular at the salon for those with brittle or damaged nails.

“Our beauty treatment menu covers everything from maintenance essentials such as waxing and threading and lash and brow services, through to luxury treatments such as traditional massage, hot stone massage, and body scrubs. We also have an extensive range of bespoke facial treatments using either La Clinica or Osmosis Beauty skincare products. Both of these ranges are formulated for all skin conditions and ages and world-renowned for their quality ingredients and commitment to skin health.”

BHAVA’s Dermalux LED Light Therapy is a must-try – whether clients have a skin concern or for pain management or healing purposes.

The use of products free from animal testing (many of which are vegan) was important to the entire team. Where possible, the beauty products are also organic.

BHAVA’s loyalty programme is a worthwhile commitment. The salon also supports SuperGold and students with discounted treatments. They can also cater for group bookings – pre-wedding, or couples and men’s treatments and pamper sessions.

With a strong belief that true beauty shines just as much from within, BHAVA is an allencompassing destination, committed to leaving you feeling relaxed, rejuvenated, and restored, as well as confident and comfortable in your skin.

“Our mission is to create a luxurious experience for you to relax and indulge, surrounded by a supportive, positive, and empowering community.”

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